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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsHalios Universa II

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
Universa II100m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire (double-domed)
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Gold

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$995

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What people say

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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph

Owners widely report AVI-8 watches offer a compelling design and are decently well made for the price. The AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph features a 42mm stainless steel case with curved lugs, a bi-compax meca-quartz movement, and a mineral crystal, with design elements inspired by Supermarine Spitfires. One owner notes that AVI-8 watches are "something different" and "decently well made," though not of "insane quality." On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph for its unique design and value proposition.

Halios Universa II

Owners widely praise the Halios Universa II for its applied indices, excellent finishing for the price, and comfortable 38mm dimensions. The integrated bracelet design with a satisfying micro-adjust clasp and case architecture are described as masterclasses. However, some find the bracelet clasp chunkier than the overall design, and the angular lug design is noted as not being for everyone. One owner reported unexpected pastel dial colors and a poor winding action. On balance, owners rate the Halios Universa II highly for its applied indices and excellent finishing at the price point.

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